coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5c \ Shield Nickels \ 1871 \ Philadelphia
The Shield Nickel was a five-cent coin minted by the United States from 1866 to 1883. The 1871 Shield Nickel was produced in Philadelphia and is part of a series designed by engraver James B. Longacre. This coin features a shield motif on the obverse, symbolizing the protection of the nation, with the denomination "5 C" inscribed on the reverse. Collectors value the 1871 Shield Nickel for its historical significance and its role in the evolution of U.S. coinage. The coin typically has a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel.
